Cracked toenails can be a nightmare, and some may think there is no quick fix for it. If in case you encounter this situation, you must have some knowledge on how to fix cracked toenails.

Contrary to what most may believe, fixing cracked toenails is easy and can be done using products that are often available around the home.

The steps may be a bit tricky, but it is completely doable just as long as you follow this guide. With that said, utmost care is very critical while completing these steps.

This article will guide you through the different ways on how to fix cracked toenails. Plus, I will also give you a few pointers that you need to know about properly taking care of your nails to prevent it from cracking.

What You Will Need

Before I go through the different ways on how to fix cracked toenails, you would need to gather some essentials that you will need to complete this job. Here is the list of essentials you will need for fixing cracked toenails.

Nail File - you can file down your nail if in case it is just a minor crack and does not extend to the nail bed.

Clear Tape - another quick fix is to use clear tape to wrap it around the affected toe.

Glue - use this to hold split toenails together until it dries.

Clear Top Coat - you can apply this after the glue dries to make sure everything is held together properly.

Tea Bag - you can use the paper tea bag together with the clear top coat as a cover and to reinforce your cracked or split toenail.

Vicks - rub this over the cracked toenail and then wear socks over it.

Nail Cutter - use this once the crack or split on your toenails has grown past your fingertip.

How To Fix Cracked Toenails: The Step-by-step Process Made Simple

Once the essentials have been obtained, you may now go through the different, easy and simple ways on how to fix cracked toenails.

1. Filing Your Nails Down

You can use this method if in case the crack on your toenails is not severe and does not extend into the nail bed. Usually, these are cracks that are just started out and can still be fixed by filing the nail down. Use a nail file and file the crack until it is less visible.

(Tip: It is best to avoid filing your nail when dry since this might make the crack worse. You can soak your nails first in water and dry it down with a clean towel, then proceed to the filing process.)

2. Using Clear Tape

This is another quick fix that you can use, especially if you happen to be somewhere outside the comfort of your home.

Cut a small portion of the clear tape, then wrap it gently around the affected toe. This will help hold the cracked or split toenail together while you go on with your day’s activity. This will also help prevent the crack or split from getting worse.

(Tip: Only use this as a quick fix while you cannot do a more permanent fix for your cracked toenails.)

3. Using Glue

In certain situations, the crack can go vertically which is more like a split in your toenail. In the case, you can opt to use glue as a fix for it. Take a small amount of glue then apply it to along the split. Afterward, hold or press the nail together until you notice that the glue is already dry.

(Tip: Once the glue dries, you can also apply a clear top coat to make sure it is held together pretty well and the surface of your nail remains smooth.

4. Using Tea Bag

This method uses a piece of tea bag paper. First is to cut a piece of paper tea bag that will fit the shape of your toenail. Next is to apply a clear top coat on your cracked or split toenail.

Let it dry for around 3 seconds then proceed to arrange the piece of tea bag over the clear top coat. Smooth the paper tea bag over your toenail and make sure there are no bubbles or wrinkles and then let it dry.

5. Using Vicks

This method may not be as immediate compared to the other options, but it can be as effective. Start with washing your feet and drying it afterward. Take a small amount of Vicks and rub it over the cracked or split toenail.

Next is to wear socks and leave it overnight. In the morning, wash your feet and toenails with warm water. Repeat this procedure until you have noticed that the crack or split is less visible.

6. Trimming Your Toenails

This option is only applicable once the crack or split on your toenails has grown out past your fingertips. This means you will need to wait for a little while until this happens. However, once it does, you can easily and safely trim off the part of your toenails that has a crack or split.

Important Tips To Prevent Cracked Toenails

Although there may be many ways to fix a cracked toenail, preventing this from happening is significantly beneficial. This can save you all that inconvenience and effort you need to put into fixing your cracked toenail. Here are some of the important tips to prevent cracked toenails.

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Keeping Your Toenails Moisturized

One of the causes of cracked toenails is dryness. When your toenails are often dry, it is prone to cracking. To avoid this from happening, always make sure to keep your toenails moisturized. You can apply lotion to your hand and feet as well as your nails.

Another option is to apply essential oils to your nail bed and massage it gently after. You can also make use of foot creams or cuticle creams.

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Use Nail Polish or Fake Nails Less

Using nail polish as well as fake nails can make your toenails dry and brittle. Nail polishes often have chemicals that can dry out your toenails. This goes the same with using fake nails often. If your toenails become dry and brittle, it becomes more prone to cracking or splitting.

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Maintain The Proper Length Of Nails

Another way to prevent your toenails from cracking or splitting is to maintain its proper length. Having long toenails can make it prone to cracking or splitting. It is more advisable to keep it on a length that can suit your daily activities.

Conclusion

There are many ways to fixing a cracked toenail as I have shared with you in this article. Be that as it may, avoiding or preventing it from happening in the first place is all the more important.

Properly taking care of your toenails plays a crucial role in all of this as well. With that said, keep in mind the preventive tips as well as the different ways on how to fix cracked toenails.

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